2005 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (150 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |